Cleveland Community Veterinary Hospital

We've extended our new patient special to the end of August to finish out Clear the Shelters Month! 🐾

​Call or text us today at 919-550-4000 to make an appointment

August is National Immunization Awareness Month! 🐾 Is your pet up to date?

​Vaccines are the absolute easiest way to protect your pets from severe, preventable diseases:

​🐶 DHPP: Protects dogs against Distemper, Parvovirus, Hepatitis & Parainfluenza.

🐱 FVRCP+C: Shields cats from upper respiratory infections, mouth sores & feline distemper.

🐾 Rabies: Essential (and required!) for both cats and dogs—even indoor pets.

👩🏼‍⚕️Ask us about other vaccines that may fit your pet's lifestyle, such as: Lepto, Lyme, Bordetella, Flu, and Feline Leukemia.

​Prevention is always easier than treatment! ❤️

​👉 Call or text us to schedule your pet’s wellness booster today!

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August is Clear the Shelters Month! If you have been thinking of bringing a new pet into your family, this is the perfect time. Take advantage of reduced event fees at the shelter, plus twenty dollars off your first new pet visit with us!

July is National Pet Hydration Awareness Month! Did you know the general guide is that a healthy cat or dog should drink 1 ounce of water per 1 pound of body weight a day? So if your pet weighs 10 lb they should drink about 10 oz of water a day (*general guidance*).

💧**How To Keep Your Pet Hydrated:**
*Provide fresh water: Wash water bowls daily and keep fresh, cool water accessible at all times.

*Supplement their diet: Increase their water intake by adding can food to their diet; mixing water directly into their meals; or giving watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon as treats (they're safe to eat, and tasty!)

*Offer frozen treats: Give them ice cubes, frozen fruit (see above), or specially made frozen pet broths.

*Provide multiple water sources: Place bowls in different areas of your home, and consider a pet water fountain to entice them to drink.

⚠️**Signs to Look for:**
If you notice any of the following signs give us or any vet a call right away:
*Loss of skin elasticity: Gently pinch and slightly raise the skin between their shoulder blades; if it doesn't bounce back instantly, it is a sign of dehydration.

*Dry and sticky gums: Healthy gums should be pink and wet

*Sunken or dry-looking eyes

*Excessive panting

*Lethargy

*Diarrhea

*Loss of appetite or vomiting

We hope these tips help keep your pet cool and healthy! 🏖️🐕🐾🐈

Just a little reminder we're open today (Friday 7/3) but closed Saturday for the 4th of July! Make sure to look at our last post about summer tips to help keep your pet safe this Independence Day. Stay safe and cool, and enjoy your holiday weekend! 😎 🇺🇸🎆

Your snack = their snack?

Not so fast!

It’s tempting to share your favorite fruits & veggies, but some are actually a BIG NO for dogs.

Curious to dive deeper on what’s safe and what’s not? Drop into the comments.👇

☀️🐾 **SUMMER PET SAFETY CHECKLIST** 🐾☀️

It's officially summer! And it's HOT! We wanted to share some quick tips to help keep your pet safe:

🔥 **The 5-Second Paw Test:**
If you can't comfortably hold your hand on the pavement, sand, etc for 5 seconds, it's too hot for a walk! Stick to early morning or late evening walks.

🚗 **Car Danger:**
Even on an 85°F day with the windows cracked, the inside of a car can rocket to over 100°F in less than 10 minutes. Leave them home in the A/C instead!

🐍**Watch Out for Snakes:**
Keep the grass short and your yard free of as much brush and other hiding places as you can. Snakes are more active in the early morning and late evening hours- so while that's the best time for a walk temperature-wise, be on the lookout for snakes!

🎆**Prepare for Fireworks:**
Be prepared for lots of fireworks not only on July 4th but the days around it. Make sure your pets are securely inside, especially if they're afraid of loud noises. Write your name and number on their collar with a permanent maker just in case they escape.

🍔 **Keep the Grill Out of Reach:** Charcoal, matches, and citronella are toxic. Plus, fatty BBQ scraps, onions, and cooked bones can cause severe stomach upset or blockages. Give them pet-safe treats instead!

🪟 **Check Your Screens:**
Love letting the summer breeze in? Make sure your window screens are tightly secured. Curious cats (and dogs!) can easily push through loose screens.

🌊 **Fresh Water, Everywhere:** Always carry a portable water bowl on outings, and keep multiple water dishes fresh and full at home.

🦟 **Don't Skip the Doses:** Mosquitoes, fleas, and ticks thrive in the summer. A single missed month of heartworm or flea/tick preventative can lead to a major health headache. Ensure they are fully protected!

It's that time of year! 🎄🎉 We're doing a return of our Countdown to the End of the Year specials so you can end the year with your pet's health at its best! This week receive 30% off vaccines. Limited appointments available so call/text us soon! 919-550-4000

Stay tuned to find out what our special is next week. Hint: 20% off.....👀